Can you recomend me a good multi-fx for M4 and RT2/50?

[eddiespaghetty]

Hi,

I have a M4 and a RT2-50. The RT is in a 2HU rack (cause of its weight), the M4 in a 3HU rack. So there is 1HU left for a 19'' unit, and that is definately, what I am looking for. I want it as simple as possible concerning the cables. Since the M4 has no loop, I have to switch the fx serial.

I am not a fx junkie, but need reverb and delay of good quality to enhance the sound and could use once a while some other effects, but very rarely.

Have to say, that I own a Replifex, which I like, its delays and reverbs are ok, but not overwhelming. I played the G-Major, and - forgive me - I didn't like the delays and reverbs for some reason, I don't know. The G-Major (2) just isn't for me.

Is the Xpression an improvement over the Replifex when it comes to delay and reverb? Should I save my money and use the Replifex? Or what 19'' device would you recomend? Would love to have it in the price range between the Xpression and G-Major.

Any ideas?

Best
ed

 

[Hectic Watermelon]

I can't recommend the old Lexicon G2 highly enough for a low-cost and KILLER quality of sound. It is was out of production, but you can find them on the 'bay. I actually bought a second unit to have as a back-up for my big rig in case my original ever crapped out. Look it up and you will be pleased to learn it has a fantastic analog section that goes in front of your pre with lots of great eqs, boosts, distortion, compression, etc. You can get tons of mileage out of your modules with dynamic FX alone. Then the digital post pre section for delays, choruses, etc. is what you'd expect from Lexicon. Beautiful and lush. The whole unit is really well thought out for many different guitar applications. It is really three units in one with uncompromising sound quality. Like all good pro-level multi-FX in it is deep and can be complicated, but I think it is super easy to program and get up and running with right away. Then you can keep delving into deeper and deeper control and functions as you get comfy with it. I really can't imagine why they stopped producing them other that that it cost too much to make, or that people weren't buying enough of them because it was in that $2,000 price point. I know I sound like a manic street preacher, but it really was/is that good.

 

[aeroic]

I can't recommend the old Lexicon G2 highly enough for a low-cost and KILLER quality of sound. It is was out of production, but you can find them on the 'bay. I actually bought a second unit to have as a back-up for my big rig in case my original ever crapped out. Look it up and you will be pleased to learn it has a fantastic analog section that goes in front of your pre with lots of great eqs, boosts, distortion, compression, etc. You can get tons of mileage out of your modules with dynamic FX alone. Then the digital post pre section for delays, choruses, etc. is what you'd expect from Lexicon. Beautiful and lush. The whole unit is really well thought out for many different guitar applications. It is really three units in one with uncompromising sound quality. Like all good pro-level multi-FX in it is deep and can be complicated, but I think it is super easy to program and get up and running with right away. Then you can keep delving into deeper and deeper control and functions as you get comfy with it. I really can't imagine why they stopped producing them other that that it cost too much to make, or that people weren't buying enough of them because it was in that $2,000 price point. I know I sound like a manic street preacher, but it really was/is that good.

I have 3 of them... 2 in my main rig, and 1 in my recording studio (using it w/ my 11R) and I couldn't agree more. I've tried other units and the MPXG2 is just the bar for me for effects processors for guitars. I have been using them for about 7-8 years and there's NOTHING on the market that comes close to them. Make sure you get the V1.1 firmware from Lexicon if the one you get doesn't have it. You'll need to order a chip from Lexicon to upgrade it. Definitely worth it BY FAR!!!

Eric

 

[eddiespaghetty]

Thank you for your input!

I will try to get a used one for a reasonable price, but they are very rare to find.

Cheers

ed

 

[mboogman]

I can't recommend the old Lexicon G2 highly enough for a low-cost and KILLER quality of sound. It is was out of production, but you can find them on the 'bay. I actually bought a second unit to have as a back-up for my big rig in case my original ever crapped out. Look it up and you will be pleased to learn it has a fantastic analog section that goes in front of your pre with lots of great eqs, boosts, distortion, compression, etc. You can get tons of mileage out of your modules with dynamic FX alone. Then the digital post pre section for delays, choruses, etc. is what you'd expect from Lexicon. Beautiful and lush. The whole unit is really well thought out for many different guitar applications. It is really three units in one with uncompromising sound quality. Like all good pro-level multi-FX in it is deep and can be complicated, but I think it is super easy to program and get up and running with right away. Then you can keep delving into deeper and deeper control and functions as you get comfy with it. I really can't imagine why they stopped producing them other that that it cost too much to make, or that people weren't buying enough of them because it was in that $2,000 price point. I know I sound like a manic street preacher, but it really was/is that good.

I have 3 of them... 2 in my main rig, and 1 in my recording studio (using it w/ my 11R) and I couldn't agree more. I've tried other units and the MPXG2 is just the bar for me for effects processors for guitars. I have been using them for about 7-8 years and there's NOTHING on the market that comes close to them. Make sure you get the V1.1 firmware from Lexicon if the one you get doesn't have it. You'll need to order a chip from Lexicon to upgrade it. Definitely worth it BY FAR!!!

Eric

Yep!

 

[guitarslinger]

FWIW, I love old Rocktrons, but I HATED the Multi-valve, which is an updated Replifex. Fx sounded fake and the unit coloured my sound WAYYY too much.

It sounds like you should try a Blackface Intellifex or Intelliverb.

They switch instantly, which you will need in this series setup. I'm not sure how quickly the Lexicon switches, so I can't say whether that is a good fit or not in series.

The old Intellifex blows me away every time with how quiet it is.

For $140 or so, you should buy one for the hell of it. One of the best choruses in the business too!

 

[3 Mile Stone]

John, Eric. Does the Lexicon switch seamlessly?

 

[rosssurf]

I am awaiting any update on the lexicon switching time as well. I use an intellifex and it does switch instantly. I had tried an MPX1 and the latency was unuseable live.

 

[Hectic Watermelon]

John, Eric. Does the Lexicon switch seamlessly?

No, there is a very short lag. A very nice related feature is the A/B states of each preset. This is a huge benefit as they toggle intantaneously with NO delay. You can design a simple preset where the A/B toggles a single gain stage on or off, or you can set up a more complex preset with that triggers a gained up lead with delays alternating back to a rhythm with a compresed clean chorus, etc. from one module alone.

 

[3 Mile Stone]

Cool, thanks for the reply John. I remember reading about the slight millisecond of gap in programs on this unit, not that it's a deal killer for me. The Vox Tone Lab has one too. I have a new Line 6 POD X3 rack unit on the way. I don't know why but I always seem to trend towards the amp modeling units and then just turn off the sims for effects. i have had great success with the Tone Lab, it has wonderful various delays, modulated, tape, ducking, dual, rythmic, all kinds. The other unit I use is the Yamaha G-stomp. The old floor units. Passable delays, no program change gap whatsoever and very nice chorus. That's about all it does though, so it is limited.